Record Rainfall Brings Tokyo's Narita Airport to a Standstill A torrential downpour swept through Japan, leaving destruction and chaos in its wake, particularly at Tokyo's Narita airport.
The 360mm of rainfall in just 24 hours disrupted transport links, stranding thousands of travelers and causing widespread power outages.
The impact on daily life has been significant, with over 22,000 households without electricity. Major highways have been shut down, and rail services suspended, pushing the city's infrastructure to its limits.